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Schizophrenia Treatment: NMS Side Effect
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare side effect of antipsychotic medications, commonly used in the treatment of schizophrenia. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome can be life threatening.

Symptoms of neuroleptic malignant syndrome include:
  • Very high fever
  • Rigid muscles
  • Elevated blood pressure
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Last Updated: Nov 6, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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